Meaning and position
The possessor of sitting, recalling the historic cessation of fighting. Dhul Qa'dah is month 11 of the twelve-month lunar year.
Characteristics and significance
One of the four sacred months and the first of three consecutive sacred months.
Important dates and related guides
Recommended worship and actions
Avoid wrongdoing, pursue peaceful conduct and prepare knowledge and obligations for Hajj.
- Begin with obligations.
- Choose a sustainable Qur’an, charity or remembrance goal.
- Check live status before planning sighting-dependent dates.
Misconceptions and cautions
No fixed festival or special prayer is authentically assigned to this month.
Frequently asked questions
Where does Dhul Qa’dah fall among the sacred months?
It is the first of the three consecutive sacred months: Dhul Qa’dah, Dhul Hijjah and Muharram. Rajab is the fourth sacred month.
Where can I find the Dhul Qa'dah dates for this year?
Use the linked month calendar for the daily Gregorian equivalents and current date-status labels. The guide’s date range refers to the current or next occurrence of this month.
Sources and references
Primary texts relevant to this guide are linked below. Historical dates and disputed practices are not presented as settled by these texts.